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LG51 OWO

2001 BMW K Series

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

44,731 mi
Last recorded44,731 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2017
Typical for 2001 BMW K Series27,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG51 OWO
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2017 44,731 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 41,984 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 41,945 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 41,690 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2014 41,690 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 14 Dec 2012 41,603 miles

brake warninglamp flashing on dash design fault

Pass 15 Dec 2011 40,942 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Brake warning lamp flashing on clocks. Front brakes operating on 'residual' brake system only, not servo.

Pass 1 Dec 2009 40,041 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 37,814 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2007 33,216 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2007 33,216 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Fail 13 Sep 2006 29,777 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 13 Sep 2006 29,777 miles

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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LG51 OWO is a 2001 BMW K Series in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2001 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 27,606 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LG51 OWO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 25 years old, this BMW K Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LG51 OWO registered?

LG51 OWO is a 2001 BMW K Series, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is LG51 OWO safe to buy?

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